Laws Hall is going to be demolished in 2017, but Lathrop Hall could reopen before its scheduled demolition. Similarly, ResLife might open up spaces in Respect and Excellence if demand increases. Discovery and Responsibility, the other two buildings in the complex, will remain available.

“This is an effort to ensure we are using our halls in the most efficient manner, keeping our costs as low as possible so we can provide our students with the best possible living environments at an affordable cost,” the notice read.

The staff of the two buildings was told about the changes in a meeting Friday afternoon.

Director of Residential Life Frankie Minor told The Maneater in March that the staff hired for Laws and Lathrop would maintain similar positions. This time around, there is no such guarantee, according to an incoming staff member in that meeting.

Respect and Excellence, both suite-style halls, house a combined 315 students. A double room in both halls costs $7,640.